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Clarity vs. Focus
Lots of folks talk about clarity. But what exactly does clarity mean, especially when we are talking about your life, your work, and your...

A D Ackerman
Apr 11, 20234 min read


Crossword Puzzles, Biases, and Snow
I started writing this post on a Sunday morning while looking out at the softly falling snow and contemplating cognitive (thinking)...

A D Ackerman
Feb 15, 20225 min read


Your Reputation is Showing
You can develop your reputation intentionally or allow it to evolve in ways you may not like.

A D Ackerman
Sep 6, 20216 min read


Belonging
How do we learn about belonging? We know that no two of us are exactly alike, yet we look for "alike-ness" everywhere. We have a tendency...

A D Ackerman
Apr 26, 20217 min read


Yes, Indeed, You Are Stuck
When you feel stuck, you see limited options. Getting unstuck requires asking yourself questions that can help you gain clarity.

A D Ackerman
Mar 20, 20215 min read


What the Vultures Say
Many people believe that vultures are an ominous sign. But I seem to have a special relationship with them. They are a symbol of new...

A D Ackerman
Jan 18, 20214 min read


Your Creativity, Courage, and Curiosity Are Showing
I have not written a post in a long time. I have not been sure about what to write during this unusual time, where nothing seems certain,...

A D Ackerman
Apr 18, 20205 min read


No one needs a coach
Thinking of your life or your situation as a metaphor can help you and your coach find new ways to understand who you are.

A D Ackerman
Dec 29, 20194 min read


Visual Superpower: Can You See What's Good?
It's important to see the good in everyone and everything around us. Coaching allows us to go beyond what's visible and see the good inside

A D Ackerman
Nov 26, 20193 min read


The Meaning of Time
We talk about time a lot. We never seem to have enough of it. Time is a concept. You can’t hold it in your hand. You can’t give it to...

A D Ackerman
Oct 5, 20194 min read


Gender Disparities and How to Fix Them
It might not occur to most people that there is a gender disparity in medicine; especially in the field of Pediatrics. After all, the...

A D Ackerman
Sep 27, 20195 min read


The Inadvertent Role Model
How does it feel when you realize you unintentionally served as a role model for a fellow human?

A D Ackerman
Sep 18, 20193 min read


Rituals
I had a great idea for my post this week. I was going to talk about some of my daily or weekly rituals and how helpful I have found them...

A D Ackerman
Sep 11, 20194 min read


11 Ways to Add More Time to Your Life (or More Life to Your Time)
11 suggestions to help realize more time in a busy professional's life and work.

A D Ackerman
Aug 27, 20197 min read


A horse's eye: reflections on reflecting
How do you define reflection?

A D Ackerman
Aug 3, 20194 min read
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